Articles related to "Familial Cancer"

People do not inherit cancer but instead inherit an increased risk of getting cancer.

Mutations in the so-called breast cancer genes account for only around 5% of breast cancers. Around the world, the search for other high risk genes is continuing.

Twelve genetic variants, also called single nucleotide polymorphisms, known as risk factors of prostate cancer, have also been analyzed in ovarian and breast cancers.

BRCA1 and BRCA2 may have been named after breast cancer, but mutations in the genes also increase the lifetime risk of ovarian cancer by up to 50%.

Online genetic testing may be easier than going to a hospital, but it may not offer counseling afterwards. Here are three ways to cope with online medical test results.